"Mark Thorson" > wrote in message
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> MaryL wrote:
>>
>> I wonder how many of those eggs get cracked on the ride home. I like the
>> idea of being able to buy a specific number, but those shells are
>> *fragile.*
>
> None of mine cracked. Eggs are a lot stronger
> than most people think. Put an uncracked egg in
> the palm of your hand, wrap your fingers around it,
> and try to break it just by squeezing.

True...but look how many eggs are broken even in the cartons that are used
for shipping. Of course, they are shipped in bulk, and the shippers may not
take any care with them.

MaryL